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Career planning is key for a job in medicine

Changes in postgraduate medical education have made it even more important for graduates to start early in the career planning process. With less opportunity to change direction once decisions are made, starting to plan for your future career now will improve your chances of finding the job that's just right for you.

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Medicine:  a well-respected and rewarding career area that requires a period of intense study to enter. You'll need to have an enquiring mind and good communication skills to diagnose and treat illnesses effectively.

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Applications to foundation programmes starting in August 2009 open on Monday 27 October. Read up on our tips so that you prepare well and submit your application in good time.

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